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Sacred Heart Villa in Portland, OR

Sacred Heart Villa is an independent living community in Portland, OR.

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Sacred Heart Villa in Portland, OR

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Sacred Heart Villa

3911 SE Milwaukie, Portland, OR 97202

To contact a resident: (503) 232-1466

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3.8 from 28 reviews
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Sacred Heart Villa Costs & Pricing

Sacred Heart Villa offers an exceptionally competitive pricing structure that stands in stark contrast to the average costs in Multnomah County and throughout Oregon. For instance, the monthly rates for studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations at Sacred Heart Villa are $595, $720, and $1,075 respectively. In comparison, the average costs in Multnomah County are significantly higher, with studios priced around $3,455 and two-bedrooms soaring to approximately $3,722. Similarly, state averages reflect even steeper prices - $3,815 for studios and up to $4,436 for two-bedroom units. This substantial difference underscores Sacred Heart Villa's commitment to providing affordable housing options without sacrificing quality or comfort.

Floor plansSacred Heart VillaMultnomah CountyOregon
Studio$595$3,455$3,815
1 Bedroom$720$3,402$3,904
2 Bedrooms$1,075$3,722$4,436

Overall Review of Sacred Heart Villa

common 4 reviews mention this

Staff support and responsiveness

Staff support stands out, especially when residents need help with processes.

Several residents describe staff members being helpful and staying in communication, including the office and manager. One resident specifically credits the front office for keeping them updated through a long voucher process, including making time to meet paperwork needs. Other feedback is less consistent, with at least one resident criticizing how their housing-voucher timeline was handled, even while they mention specific staff involvement. Across the comments, residents also describe management enforcing rules while working to address resident issues.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Meals on Wheels feels inconsistent

Meals on Wheels comes up as a point of confusion for residents.

Some residents say Meals on Wheels is not currently available, including comments noting its absence compared with how things used to be. Another resident mentions that Meals on Wheels dining is available and describes a dining room on the main floor. A separate review also mentions that the usual resident-service structure has changed over time, which includes fewer coordinated offerings than in the past.

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Bedbug concerns and handling

Residents raise concerns about bedbugs, with mixed views on response.

One resident reports bedbug issues through a friend’s experience and says the manager did not pay attention despite repeated complaints. Another resident describes a bedbug situation as being handled quickly by management and attributes problems to cleanliness and hoarding behaviors, while also saying management worked with residents who needed help cleaning. Together, the reviews suggest bedbug concerns are a recurring stress point, with different opinions on how effectively they were addressed.

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Friendly residents and a calm feel

Residents describe a generally friendly, peaceful community.

More than one review characterizes the environment as friendly and family-like, with residents described as pleasant and easy to be around. One visitor says the people seem happy, while another notes the community feels peaceful. A separate resident says they feel at home and highlights positive relationships with the people there. At the same time, a longer review contrasts the positive majority with frustrations about building upkeep and reduced services.

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On-site social activities

Residents point to social activities hosted on site.

Some residents mention community-room programming tied to a social worker, including crafts and bingo. Others describe informal gathering spaces for visiting and playing games, along with refreshments available. Reviews that mention these activities tend to frame them as part of how residents connect day to day.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Transportation

  • Portland International (7 miles away) Portland International (7 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Portland, Oregon is a vibrant and convenient neighborhood for senior living. With a variety of pharmacies such as Brooklyn Pharmacy, Walgreens, and Rite Aid within close proximity, residents have easy access to their medication needs. There are also several cafes like Dutch Bros Coffee and Portland Cà Phê where seniors can socialize and enjoy a cup of coffee. Additionally, the area offers a diverse selection of restaurants such as Hopworks Urban Brewery and Salt & Straw for dining out options. For leisurely activities, there are parks like Colonel Summers Park and Terwilliger Playground nearby for relaxing strolls or picnics. In terms of healthcare, hospitals like Portland VA Medical Center and Doernbecher Children's Hospital are readily accessible for any medical emergencies. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded living environment with ample amenities and services for seniors to enjoy their golden years comfortably.

Pharmacies

  • Brooklyn Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Fred Meyer Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Safeway Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Dutch Bros Coffee (0.7 miles)
  • Portland CĂ  PhĂȘ (0.8 miles)
  • Coava Coffee Roasters (1.4 miles)
  • Keeper Coffee Co. (1.6 miles)
  • Common Grounds Coffee House (2.1 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.2 miles)
  • King's Hookah Lounge (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Hopworks Urban Brewery (0.9 miles)
  • Upper Left Roasters (1.2 miles)
  • Lardo (1.2 miles)
  • Salt & Straw (1.3 miles)
  • Dough Zone Dumpling House (1.3 miles)
  • Kachka Co. (1.5 miles)
  • Bluto's (1.7 miles)

Parks

  • Colonel Summers Park (1.4 miles)
  • Terwilliger Playground (1.5 miles)
  • Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park (1.7 miles)
  • Sellwood Park (1.9 miles)
  • Sellwood Riverfront Park (2.1 miles)
  • Laurelhurst Park (2.2 miles)
  • Alberta Park (2.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Portland VA Medical Center (1.5 miles)
  • Doernbecher Children's Hospital (1.6 miles)
  • Shriners Hospitals For Children (1.8 miles)
  • Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center (3.3 miles)
  • Providence Milwaukie Hospital (3.3 miles)
  • Legacy Emanuel Childrens Hospital (3.5 miles)
  • Randall Children's Hospital (3.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Richmond Family Health Center (1.7 miles)
  • Sellwood Medical Clinic (2.2 miles)
  • Legacy Medical Group (2.8 miles)
  • Good Samaritan Building 1 (3.2 miles)
  • Legacy Medical Group-Emanuel (3.5 miles)
  • Family Medical Group, PC (3.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Pioneer Place (2 miles)
  • Hollywood Theatre (3.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (2.6 miles)
  • TriMet Hollywood/NE 42nd Ave Transit Center (3.2 miles)

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